Cristiano Ronaldo has joined the countless tributes pouring in for Diogo Jota and André Teixeira da Silva following the devastating news of their passing. The Portuguese icon shared an emotional message across his social media platforms, expressing heartbreak and disbelief at the loss of two men he recently shared the national team dressing room with.
“It doesn’t make sense. Rest in peace Diogo and André. We will miss you,” wrote Ronaldo, visibly shaken by the tragic news. The football world has been left in mourning after Diogo Jota, Liverpool and Portugal forward, and his brother André, died just days after Jota’s wedding, casting a dark shadow over what should have been one of the happiest moments of his life.
Ronaldo, who recently celebrated a Nations League victory with Jota in Portugal colours, reflected on the shocking turn of events. “I can’t believe it, it makes no sense,” he posted. “We were just together with the national team… You had just got married. To your family, your wife and children, I send my deepest sympathies and all the strength in the world.”
The former Real Madrid and Manchester United star concluded his message with a heartfelt farewell: “Rest in peace, Diogo and André. Everyone will miss you.”
Jota’s sudden passing has sent shockwaves throughout the football world. Clubs, teammates, fans and footballing legends have united in grief, paying their respects to a player known not only for his talent and work ethic, but also his humility and kindness off the pitch.
As tributes continue to pour in from across the globe, Ronaldo’s words echo the heartbreak of millions: “It doesn’t make sense.”
